Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Detroit Today host Stephen Henderson will moderate a discussion on critical race theory.

Detroit- and Holland-based organizations to partner on virtual town hall about critical race theory

A virtual town hall is being held on Tuesday, Nov. 16, to discuss critical race theory, exploring what it is, what it isn’t, and the controversies that surround it.

Ryan Kilpatrick, Lead Consultant for the Ottawa County-Holland-based HousingNext.
How zoning can promote unfair housing practices and what to do about it

The 15th Annual Lakeshore Fair Housing conference on Nov. 18 will explore the connection between zoning and unfair housing practices.

The Outdoor Discovery Center's new nature playscape is one of several the nonprofit has built and plans to build in West Michigan.
ODC opens crowdfunded natural play space

The new Sally Smoly Nature Playscape at Holland’s Window on the Waterfront is the downtown's first play space, and the Outdoor Discovery Center has more planned.

Lori Appeldorn, right, along with her neighbors Raelyn Long, 9, Bentley Weeks, 7, and Reese Weeks, 11, work on the labyrinth garden on the corner of 18th Street and Central Avenue in Holland.
From gardens to festivals, city’s mini-grants make neighborhood living better

The city of Holland's neighborhood mini-grants are making neighborhoods more livable, and they're still available.

Students study at the Boys & GIrls Club Lift Zone.
Holland Boys & Girls Club to use $50K grant to advance digital equity

The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland will use a $50,000 grant to help advance digital equity for more Holland students and families.  

Hosted by the Muskegon Downtown Development Authority, the Lakeshore Art Festival is returning after a year off due to the pandemic.
The Lakeshore Art Festival wins the 2021 Pure Award

The festival is centered around positive social, economic, and environmental impacts that complement the revitalization of Muskegon as a tourist attraction and a great place to live, work, and play, says Festival Director Carla Flanders. 

PODCAST: Can COVID help us close gaps in Michigan’s food supply chain?

On this week's episode of Michigan's State of Health, we're digging into how COVID strained Michigan's food system – and how we all can help to strengthen it.

Under-recognized frontline workers help spread word on COVID-19 vaccine in Michigan

Community health workers have been integral to getting the word out about COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness. 

Hugh Davis, CEO and co-founder of Revolin Sports, and Sophie Vanden Bosch, the co-founder and chief marketing officer of Revolin Sports.
Revolin Sports’ co-founders are making pickleball sustainable

U-M grad Hugh Davis went from pickleball repair guy to developing Revolin Sports’ sustainable paddles with plant-based fibers for the country’s fastest-growing sport.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Grand Rapids Community College will launch a paid apprenticeship program designed for high school graduates to access careers within the employee benefits and health sectors.
First of its kind health insurance agent apprenticeship program will offer paid on-the-job training

A new paid apprenticeship program — a collaboration of GRCC, BCBS of Michigan, and West Michigan Works! — will allow high school graduates to "earn while they learn" certification in the health benefits industry.

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